Computational Tools in EN-MME: Implicit and Explicit Finite-Element Simulations

TL;DR

This paper reviews finite-element methods (FEM) principles and compares implicit and explicit approaches through practical examples for modeling particle accelerator equipment.

Contribution

It provides a comparative analysis of implicit and explicit FEM methods applied to particle accelerator equipment modeling.

Findings

Implicit and explicit methods have distinct advantages and limitations.

Practical examples illustrate the application of both methods.

The paper clarifies the choice of FEM approach based on problem specifics.

Abstract

This paper recalls the principles of the finite-element methods (FEM) theory and declines its application in the EN-MME group, for the numerical modelling and study of particle accelerator equipment. Implicit and explicit methods are compared, and practical examples of their use are given.